Killarney has secured its 24th Gold Medal at the 2025 SuperValu Tidy Towns Competition, continuing the town’s long-standing record of success in the national competition.

The town scored 395 points, marking another strong performance for the Killarney Tidy Towns group and reflecting the ongoing community effort to protect the local environment and maintain the town’s distinctive charm.

Cathaoirleach of the Killarney Municipal District, Cllr Martin Grady, said he was “very proud” of the achievement and paid tribute to the volunteers and council staff who continue to drive the project forward.

“This Gold Medal is a recognition of the dedication shown across the community, from residents, traders, tidiness groups and municipal staff , day after day,” he said.

“Winning 24 Gold Medals is no small feat. It sends a clear message that Killarney is not only a top location for visitors and tourism, but also a place where people live with pride and care for their town.”

Among the initiatives praised were the Coffee Cup Project, which has significantly reduced the use of single-use takeaway cups, and the utility box mural scheme, which continues to brighten key streets across the town.

Cllr Grady said the achievement reflects Killarney’s strong community spirit and commitment to improvement.

“What matters most is that Killarney continues to be a place where people enjoy living, working and visiting,” he added. “The medal is an important milestone but the work doesn’t stop here.”
Killarney’s success came alongside recognition for other Kerry towns, including Tralee, Kenmare and Listowel.